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2004 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · OV54 LRN

OV54 LRN

2004 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 22 Oct 2004. Recorded mileage 38,122 miles. MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ C
Year / Origin
2004 · Oxford
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 25 Nov 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
38,122 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 25 Nov 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2004
Engine
2148cc
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OV54 LRN Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/11/2025
  • 38,122 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)

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OV54 LRN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Sept 2026, 08:37
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (OV54 LRN) between November 2022 and November 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 18 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY

OV54 LRN Mileage History

  1. 23/11/202230,798 mi
  2. 23/11/202333,305 mi+2,507 mi
  3. 19/11/202435,588 mi+2,283 mi
  4. 18/11/202538,122 mi+2,534 mi
  5. 18/11/202538,122 mi

Average of roughly 2,453 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
No Open Safety Recalls

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Valid MOT
Tax Status Unknown
Good MOT pass rate (80%)
Older vehicle
No outstanding recalls
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